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Friday, August 8, 2008

Corn Fed Meat?

Do you eat corn-fed meat? If you are a meat-eater, there is a high probability that you do consume a good amount of this substance. When animals consume corn and are slaughtered for meat, the meat becomes what is considered "obese" and causes many health problems. Consumption of corn-fed meats is one of the leading causes of obesity, heart disease, high blood pressure, and other problems that are plaguing people at younger and younger ages.

Corn-fed animals make up a majority of meat products consumed in developed countries because it is cheap and easy to grow. But did you know that corn and eating corn-fed meat is probably one of the worst things you can do for your health and the environment?

To learn more about this health issue and how you can make important changes, visit Agriculture Society and read our latest article.